Senior Insights Analyst – Labour Market Statistics | Kaitātari Māramatanga Matua - Ngā Tauanga Mākete Mahi, Wellington
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Senior Insights Analyst – Labour Market Statistics | Kaitātari Māramatanga Matua - Ngā Tauanga Mākete Mahi

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$97.27  -  $114.44 k/yr

Wellington

Job Description

Senior Insights Analyst – Labour Market Statistics | Kaitātari Māramatanga Matua - Ngā Tauanga Mākete Mahi


  • Develop deep knowledge and expertise in labour market trends to shape impactful analysis across our labour market statistics.
  • Contribute to the production of official employment and unemployment statistics.
  • Use your passion for data to improve the lives of people in Aotearoa.


The role | Te tūnga   


This is a Permanent position based in Pōneke (Wellington City).


We are seeking a Senior Insights Analyst with strong analytical skills, drive to develop labour market subject matter expertise and a desire to mentor other analysts to join our Labour Market Unit at Stats NZ. In this role, you'll conduct in-depth analytical work on key national employment data, derive meaningful insights, and provide expert guidance on our core statistical releases.


Reporting to the Unit Manager of the Labour Market Statistics Unit, you'll partner with government agencies and stakeholders to deliver complex research while contributing to the production of the Household Labour Force Survey (HLFS) and Quarterly Employment Survey (QES). Your ability to contextualise findings within broader economic trends will be essential as you support economists, banks, and other data users across the New Zealand and International data systems.


What you bring | Nōu te rourou   


This position offers the opportunity to join your existing analytical expertise and develop new labour market subject matter expertise to apply to vital indicators that inform government decisions, business strategies, and public understanding of how people work and earn.


This role would suit someone who can bring:


  • Extensive data knowledge and strong analytical skills, with a talent for telling meaningful stories with data
  • Interest in and ability to develop expertise in labour market statistics and its effect on the wider economy.
  • A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (economics, statistics, computer science etc.) that has a significant data component or equivalent experience.
  • Examples of technical leadership, e.g. in decision making, problem solving, or leading a technical project or piece of work.
  • Demonstrated experience leading and developing technical capability, coaching and supporting others.
  • Great team-working skills, personal resilience and the confidence to create strong working relationships internally and externally.
  • Familiarity with R, SAS or other statistical packages to produce statistics would be advantageous.
  • Demonstrated advocacy for, or support of, diversity and inclusion.
  • Familiarity or commitment to developing understanding of Te Tiriti, Tikanga, Te Reo, Te Ao Māori


We recognise that valuable skills can come from both paid and unpaid work. You might have gained experience in education, hospitality, technology, public service, the marae, or the arts. You might have experience from community involvement, volunteering, or whānau responsibilities. We welcome and value all forms of relevant transferable skills. Please bring your full unique self to your application. 


For all our roles, we’re looking for people who: 


Act with integrity, take responsibility, and do what’s right even when it’s hard. 

Understand the ‘why’ behind their work and focus on delivering real value. 

Stay curious and open to learning, seeing challenges as chances to grow. 

Build respectful and inclusive relationships, grounded in care for others. 

Work collaboratively across boundaries and contribute to collective outcomes. 

We don’t expect you to know everything. What matters is your genuine interest, commitment, and readiness to grow with us. Tell us about yourself in your cover letter, what attracted you to this role, and what you would bring to Stats NZ. 


About Us | Ko mātou  


Stats NZ Tatauranga Aotearoa is the National Statistics Office, leading the way in data and insights. While this is our focus, it’s our people who are central to everything we do. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, recognising that our work is strengthened by the people behind it. 


The data and insights we produce help shape decisions across government, communities, and businesses, and plays an important role in telling the story of Aotearoa New Zealand. Our mahi supports informed decision making at both national and local levels, helping improve outcomes for people, the economy, and the environment. 


We’re proud of the role we play in guiding and strengthening the data system, with a goal of delivering high quality data with equitable access for all. 


Curious about what it's really like to work here?

Before applying, we encourage you to watch our Life at Stats NZ video. It offers a glimpse into who we are, what we value, and the diverse perspectives and experiences that make Stats NZ a great place to work.


What’s in it for you? | Ngā hua ka riro ki a koe  


Take a look at our Stats NZ careers site to learn more about our organisational values: He pēwhea ā tātou tikanga mahi | The way we work.


Some key benefits include: 


  • 37.5 hours work week. 
  • 15 days sick leave allowance (to be used for yourself or people under your care). 
  • 3 extra days off (taken during end-of-year office closure). 
  • Annual flu vaccines. 
  • Funded counselling and coaching through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). 
  • Visual and hearing health benefits (for permanent kaimahi). 
  • Corporate rates for a variety of services and products. 
  • Study assistance programmes. 
  • Rōpū Waiata – weekly cross agency connection. 
  • An active social club in each office. 

 

Starting salary for this position: $97,270 - $114,436 + kiwisaver  


How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono   


Sound like you? Click ’Apply now’ to be redirected to the application page on our careers site. The position description is located on the right-hand side of the page. 


Our process is to screen applications as we receive them, so we move to interview stage quickly.  This role may close before the advertised closing date if the right applicant is found. You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screening via phone or video. 


Please let us know in your application if we need to make any specific accommodations during our process. 

Please reach out to Recruitment@stats.govt.nz if you have any pātai / questions.  


Note to recruitment agencies: unsolicited CVs will not be accepted. 

Desired Hard Skills

  • Data Analysis
  • Economic Research
  • Labour Statistics
  • R Programming
  • Statistical Modelling

Desired Soft Skills

  • Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Mentoring
  • Resilience

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